Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Strategy Through $1.2B Share Sale

• Metaplanet commits $835M to Bitcoin purchases, reinforcing its treasury-focused strategy. 
• A $440M directed to expand income generation via Bitcoin covered calls and yield growth.
• The company positions itself as a BTC treasury enterprise, redefining long-term corporate value.

Metaplanet has taken a step towards digital asset expansion as it plans a bold fundraising of 180.3 billion yen ($1.2 billion). The Japanese company has approved an overseas share issuance aimed at strengthening its balance sheet and reinforcing its role as a Bitcoin treasury firm. Of the funds raised, around $835 million will be allocated to direct Bitcoin purchases, while $440 million will support income-generating strategies, underscoring the company’s strong push to reshape its financial model.

The filing released Wednesday confirmed plans to issue up to 555 million new shares. This would increase the company’s outstanding stock from 722 million to above 1.2 billion. Pricing will be finalized between September 9 and 11, with settlement expected shortly after. The structure ensures that most of the proceeds are targeted toward digital asset expansion rather than conventional investment.

Metaplanet Redefines Itself as a Bitcoin Treasury Enterprise

Metaplanet explained that the bulk of funds will be used to expand its Bitcoin holdings, currently at 18,991 BTC and valued at around $2.1 billion. Executives described Bitcoin as both a shield against Japan’s currency weakness and an inflation hedge in a fragile macroeconomic environment.

The remaining funds will enlarge the company’s Bitcoin Income Business. This division generates revenue by writing covered call options against its BTC reserves. Profits have already been reported, and the firm intends to scale the operation aggressively. By blending asset accumulation with structured yield, Metaplanet positions itself as a hybrid treasury and income generator built on Bitcoin.

The model reflects a deeper shift in corporate identity. Rather than treating Bitcoin as a speculative add-on, Metaplanet has placed it at the center of its value proposition. The company’s 21 Million Plan set the groundwork, aiming to accumulate over 210,000 BTC by 2027. That target would account for over 1% of Bitcoin’s entire supply.

The offering will be conducted overseas, targeting institutional investors. The filing added that the security was not registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 and will not be publicly marketed in the United States. The structure underlines an intentional concentration towards long-term institutional capital as opposed to retail speculation.

Metaplanet Gains Investor Confidence and Index Upgrade

Chief Executive Simon Gerovich addressed the plan on X. He confirmed the international share offering but added that legal restrictions prevent detailed commentary during the process. The limited remarks underline the sensitivity of international fundraising while reinforcing confidence in the official filing.

Metaplanet shares increased by 5.7% in value after the announcement, reflecting strong investor confidence in its strategy to expand as a Bitcoin-focused treasury operator. The market response highlights the growing global interest in companies that integrate digital assets into their reserves and revenue models.

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Momentum was further strengthened by an upgrade in the FTSE Russell September 2025 Semi-Annual Review. Metaplanet advanced from small-cap to mid-cap status and secured inclusion in the FTSE Japan Index and, by extension, the FTSE All-World Index.

Metaplanet announced a temporary suspension of its 20th, 21st, and 22nd Series Stock Acquisition Rights, effective from September 3 to September 30. he outstanding reserves include 360,000 units of the 20th Series and 1.85 million units each of the 21st and 22nd Series. The company also indicated that it is still possible to reverse or amend the suspension in case situations necessitate such corrections.

With new capital flowing into Bitcoin accumulation and income strategies, and with global index recognition secured, Metaplanet is no longer a conventional investment company. It has redefined its identity into a Bitcoin treasury enterprise, where corporate value is measured by digital assets held and managed.

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